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  • Page 1 Product Manual PVS-175-TL (175 kW, A.1 version)
  • Page 2 This document has been carefully checked by FIMER but deviations cannot be completely ruled out. In case any errors are detected, the reader is kindly requested to notify the manufacturer.

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Characteristics and technical data ..............26 Technical data....................26 Tightening torques ...................28 Overall dimensions of the inverter ..............29 Overall dimensions of the mounting bracket ............30 Efficiency curves ....................31 PVS-175-TL - Efficiency Vs Nominal Power .............31 PVS-175-TL - Efficiency Vs MPP Voltage ............31...
  • Page 5 Power derating ....................32 Power derating due to environmental conditions ..........32 Power derating due to the input voltage ............32 P-Q Capability .....................33 Characteristics of a photovoltaic generator ............34 Description of the equipment ................35 Operating diagram (example) ................35 Mutual connection of multiple inverters ............35 Notes on the system sizing ................36 Functionality and components description .............37 Highlights ......................37...
  • Page 6 Connections to the communication and control board ........91 Ethernet connection ..................92 Serial communication connection (RS485 - Slave mode) ........94 RS485 RJ45 external connector for FIMER Service operation ...... 96 Serial communication connection (RS485 - Master mode) ......97 Remote control connection ................97 Multifunction Relay connection (ALARM and AUX) .........98...
  • Page 7 Description of the LED panel ................100 User interface ....................100 FIMER Installer for Solar Inverters ............... Integrated Web User Interface ...............100 Aurora Vision Plant Management Platform ............100 Measurement tolerance ...................101 Operation General conditions ...................102 Commissioning ....................103 Commissioning via Installer for Solar Inverters mobile APP ......103 Commissioning Via Web User Interface - Wireless connection .....
  • Page 8 Replacement of the buffer battery ..............160 Procedure for dismantling the equipment .............161 Troubleshooting ....................163 Web User Interface and wireless communication troubleshooting ....163 Alarm Messages of the Inverter ..............166 Power limitation messages ................175 “Registration website” and “Admin Plus token” ...........176 Verification of ground leakage ...............179 Behaviour of a system without leakage ............179 Behaviour of a system with leakage ..............180...

  • Page 10: Safety And Accident Prevention

    The operators must read and comply with the technical information and instruction provided in the manual and in any additional attached documentation. FIMER accepts no liability for failure to comply with the instructions for a correct installation and cannot be held responsible for any other upstream or downstream equipments.

  • Page 11: Symbols And Signs

    Symbols and signs In the manual and/or in some cases on the equipment, the danger or hazard zones/components are indicated with signs, labels, symbols or icons. Symbol Description Note - General information about product General warning - Important safety information. Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.

  • Page 12: Installation And Maintenance Safety

    Installation and maintenance safety General safety information WARNING – Do not do work on the photovoltaic generator, on the inverter, on its input or output cables, when the inverter is connected to an electrical power system, or to the photovoltaic generator. Before perform any maintenance operation on the inverter, follow this steps: - Prepare the work: Carry out an on-site Risk Assessment or Job Hazard Analysis (Check for proper tools and PPE for the job;...

  • Page 13: Electrical And Thermal Safety

    Do not perform insulation or voltage withstand tests on the inverter with exception for those indicated in this document. WARNING – FIMER inverters must be earthed via the connection points marked with the protective earth symbol and using a cable with an appropriate conductor cross-section for the maximum ground fault current that the generating system might experience.

  • Page 14: Residual Risks

    Residual risks ATTENTION – Despite the warnings and safety systems, there are still some residual risks that cannot be eliminated. These risks are listed in the following table with some suggestions to prevent them: Risk analysis and description Suggested remedy Noise pollution due to installation in unsuitable Reassess the environment or the place of environments or where individuals routinely...

  • Page 15: Introduction And General Information

    • use or installation by unqualified persons. FIMER is not responsible for disposal of the equipment, or part of it, which does not take place on the basis of the regulations and laws in force in the country of installation.

  • Page 16: Scope And Target Audience

    List of appendix documents In addition to this product manual you can consult (and download) the product documentation by visiting www.fimer.com. NOTE – Some component’s information given in this manual is taken from the original supplier documents. Please refer to the supplier websites for the complete and updated documentation.

  • Page 17: Application Area, General Conditions

    Application area, general conditions FIMER shall not be liable for any damages whatsoever that may result from incorrect or careless operations. FORBIDDEN – Please, do not use this equipment for any application not mentioned in the field of use. Intended or allowed use...

  • Page 18: Characteristics

    Characteristics General conditions A description of the equipment characteristics is provided to identify its main components and specify the technical terminology used in the manual. This chapter contains information about the models, details of the equipment, characteristics and technical data, overall dimensions and equipment identification. ATTENTION –...

  • Page 19: Identification Of Equipment And Manufacturer

    Identification of equipment and manufacturer FORBIDDEN – The labels affixed to the equipment must NOT be removed, damaged, stained, hidden, etc., for any reason whatsoever. Do NOT hide the labels by foreign objects and parts (rags, boxes, equipment, etc.); they must be regularly cleaned and always kept in sight. NOTE –...

  • Page 20: Inverter Identification Label

    “X” is a hex digit of the MAC address). - To be used to register the inverter with Aurora Vision. L. QR Code: To be used to commission inverter using FIMER Installer for Solar Inverters APP for claiming process. M. Product Key: - To be used as wireless access point password, or to be used to access to the Web UI as username and password in case of lost credentials.

  • Page 21: Models And Range Of Equipment

    The parts of equipment which make up the inverter are: Three-phase power module: • PVS-175-TL-POWER-MODULE-1 175kW output power with precharge module • PVS-175-TL-POWER-MODULE-2 175kW output power without precharge module Wiring box: •...

  • Page 22: Component Reference Numbers

    AC disconnect switch (-SX2) Interface signal connectors (male) Protective earth point (ext.) Interface protective earth point Phases cable glands FIMER RS485 service Ethernet connector Protective earth cable gland (RJ45) (service only) Signal cable glands RS485 FIMER service 120Ohm termination RS485 Service connector res.
  • Page 23 PVS-175-TL - External sides view PVS-175-TL - Power module Internal view...
  • Page 24 PVS-175-TL - Wiring box Internal view...
  • Page 25 PVS-175-TL - Communication board...

  • Page 26: Characteristics And Technical Data

    Characteristics and technical data Technical data PVS-175-TL INPUT Absolute maximum DC input voltage (Vmax,abs) 1500 V Start-up DC input voltage (Vstart) 750 V (650 - 1000 V) Input operating interval (Vdcmin...Vdcmax) 600 - 1500V Rated DC input voltage (Vdcr) 1100 Vdc Rated DC input power (Pdcr) 188000 W @ 30°C - 177000 W @ 40°C...
  • Page 27 (IEEE802.11 b/g/n @ 2,4 GHz) 4 LEDs, Web User Interface, Mobile Local user interface Communication protocol Modbus RTU/TCP (Sunspec compliant) FIMER Installer for solar inverters Commissioning tool mobile app / Embedded Web User Interface Aurora Vision(R) Plant Management Remote monitoring services...

  • Page 28: Tightening Torques

    3. The AC voltage and frequency range may vary depending on specific country grid standard 4. Hereby, Power-One Italy S.p.A. (A Member of the FIMER Group) declares that the radio equipments (radio module combined with the inverter), to which this user manual refers, are in compliance with the Directive 2014/53/EU.

  • Page 29: Overall Dimensions Of The Inverter

    Tightening torques AC interface connection point bolt (34) (MID-BULK) 3 Nm Interface protective earth point nut (36) 3 Nm Communication connector counterparts (41) (42) (43) 0.25 Nm Cable gland clamping range Single core AC cable gland (11) M40 22...32mm PE cable gland (12) M32 18...25mm Multi core AC cable gland (11) M63 37...53mm...

  • Page 30: Overall Dimensions Of The Mounting Bracket

    Overall dimensions of the mounting bracket The dimensions of the wall mounting bracket (03) are expressed in millimeters and inches. 40 / 1.6 30 / 1.2 1041 / 41 675 / 26.6 590 / 23.2 366.5 / 144.3 281.5 / 110.8 147.5 / 58.0 62.5 / 24.6 41.5 / 16.3...

  • Page 31: Efficiency Curves

    Graphs of the efficiency curves of all inverter models described in this manual are shown below. NOTE – The efficiency curves are linked to technical parameters that are continually being developed and improved and should therefore be considered approximate. PVS-175-TL - Efficiency Vs Nominal Power Rated Output Power (%) 850 Vdc 1100 Vdc...

  • Page 32: Power Derating

    Power derating In order to allow inverter operation in safe thermal and electrical conditions, the unit automatically reduces the value of the power fed into the grid. Power derating may occur due to: • Adverse environmental conditions (thermal derating) • Percentage of output power (value set by the user) •...

  • Page 33: P-Q Capability

    Cosphi @ Smax -0 ... 1 ... 0+ Cosphi @ Smax -0 ... 1 ... 0+ Capability with grid voltage 1.0 x Un Capability with grid voltage 1.0 x Un Q (%) PVS-175-TL (up to 40°C) PVS-175-TL (up to 30°C)

  • Page 34: Characteristics Of A Photovoltaic Generator

    Characteristics of a photovoltaic generator A PV generator consists of an assembly of photovoltaic modules that transform solar radiation into DC electrical energy and can be made up of: • Strings: number (X) of PV modules connected in series • Array: group of X strings connected in parallel. The string technology was developed to significantly reduce the installation costs of a photovoltaic system that are mainly associated to wiring on the DC side of the inverter and subsequent distribution on the AC side.

  • Page 35: Description Of The Equipment

    PV generator); in order to be used from final user, it is transformed into “AC” alternate current. This conversion, known as inversion from DC to AC, is done in an efficient way by the FIMER inverters, without using any rotary elements, rather only via static electronic systems.

  • Page 36: Notes On The System Sizing

    IN 10 NOTE – A configuration program that can help to correctly size the photovoltaic system is available on the FIMER website (www.fimer.com). IN 11 NOTE – When configuring DC input and during the installation it’s needed to follow one...

  • Page 37: Functionality And Components Description

    Touch with IOS and Android operating systems. • FIMER Ability™ for solar plants - Energy Viewer is an easy to use mobile application allowing solar plant owners to remotely monitor all the energy flows and the performance of their own solar...

  • Page 38: Configurable Relays

    NOTE – Please contact the FIMER tecnichal support for getting your own Plant Portfolio Manager account (mainly for installers and plant administrators). Please get your Plant Viewer, Plant Viewer for Mobile or Energy Viewer by accessing the website www.auroravision.net...

  • Page 39: Overvoltage Surge Arrester Monitoring

    Overvoltage surge arrester monitoring The inverter monitors the status of the overvoltage surge arresters (21) (25) and generates a warning in the event of a fault (viewable via monitoring system, web user interface or FIMER Installer for Solar Inverters APP).

  • Page 40: Anti-Pid Board: Principle Of Operation

    Based on the above conditions, the Leds behaviour is described in the table below: POWER ALARM Arc Fault pending Self Test Failed Blinking (200ms period) Press and hold the AFD reset button (57) on the right side of the DC wiring box for 5 seconds. This will clear the E050 error and restart the self test.

  • Page 41: Dc Link Precharge Board

    In the figure PVS-175’s array terminal voltages with respect to ground during night-time operation of the Anti- PID board, inverter is off-line Adjustable functions: 1) Output voltage, based on 3 pre-defined values: 500Vdc, 650Vdc (default), 800 Vdc 2) Activation and de-activation voltage the Anti-PID function starts operating when input open circuit voltage VOC drops below selected activation voltage, while it stops operating when VOC rise above selected De-activation voltage.

  • Page 42: Energy Save Mode

    Precharge board allows to recharge PVS-175-TL internal bulk capacitors from AC grid side: so doing, inverter is able to connect to the grid even during night-time when no DC voltage is available from PV panels side. The main advantage related to this feature is the possibility to realize night reactive power production when it is desired, i.e.

  • Page 43: Communication Interfaces

    Aurora Vision Plant Management platform is the FIMER cloud solution allowing www.fimer. customer to remotely monitor and manage its own solar plants. Please refer to or contact FIMER technical support for further information on how getting an Aurora Vision account.
  • Page 44 With the inverters connected over Ethernet daisy chain and with an available internet connection it will be always possible, via Aurora Vision Cloud, to upgrade remotely the firmware of the inverters. In order to improve the communication services and allow reaching of all the inverters in the chain, also in presence of fault, it is recommended to create a ring shape layout by connecting both the first and the last inverters of the chain to the local Ethernet switch (as shown in the picture).

  • Page 45: Topographic Diagram Of The Equipment

    Topographic diagram of the equipment The diagram summarises the internal structure of the inverter. The internal circuitry is with double stage conversion and therefore consists of: - DC/DC input converter (booster) - DC/AC output inverter The DC-DC converter and the DC-AC inverter both work at a high switching frequency and are therefore small and relatively light related to output power.

  • Page 47: Safety Devices

    Safety devices Anti-Islanding In the event of a local grid outage by the electricity company, or when the equipment is switched off for maintenance operations, the inverter must be physically disconnected to ensure the protection of the people working on the grid, in accordance with the relevant national laws and regulations.

  • Page 48: Lifting And Transport

    Lifting and transport Transport and handling Transport of the equipment, especially by road, must be carried out with means for protecting the components (in particular, the electronic components) from violent shocks, humidity, vibration, etc. LIFTING – During handling, do not make any sudden or fast movements that could create dangerous swinging.

  • Page 49: Unpacking And Checking

    Risk of injury due to the heavy weight of the equipment! FIMER usually stores and protects individual components by suitable means to make their transport and subsequent handling easier. Nonetheless, as a rule, it is necessary to turn to the experience of specialised staff to take charge of loading and unloading components.
  • Page 50 It is required to use one of the following lifting methods to move the equipment during installation or maintenance phases: Kit of M8 handles (04) (to be ordered) M8 Eyebolts UNI2947 (not supplied) ATTENTION – Always consider the center of gravity of the enclosures while lifting. ATTENTION –...
  • Page 51 PVS-175 Center of gravity (wiring box) Center of gravity (power module) ATTENTION – In case of manual lifting it’s suggested to use a support plan (e.g. a table) to place the equipment during the lifiting operation, in order to allow the change of hands position.

  • Page 52: List Of Supplied Components

    List of supplied components The table below shown the available component in the wiring box (02) package: Component Quantity Alarm and aux relay (41) connectors (pre-installed on communication board (26)) Remote ON/OFF (42) and RS485 (43) connectors (pre- installed on communication board (26)) Two-hole gasket (6mm Ø) for PG21 service cable glands 2 + 2 (13) and cap...

  • Page 53: Kit Of Recommended Spare Parts

    Kit of recommended spare parts Code Description Quantity Kit of M8 handles (04) Key tool for front cover quarter cam-lock (05) Gasket protective covers (for installation purpose) PVS-175 INSTALLATION PV quick fit connector (18) disconnection tool IP65 protection covers with screws for wiring box openings (for 2 (with 8 temporary installation of wiring box...

  • Page 54: Installation Safety Instruction

    Installation Installation safety instruction WARNING – The inverter panels/covers can be removed from authorized service personnel only (the users are not authorized to remove inverter panels/covers). WARNING – When the photovoltaic panels are exposed to sunlight they provide continuous DC voltage to the inverter. Before installation may begin, photovoltaic panels must be shaded or isolated.

  • Page 55: Installation Site And Position

    • All installations over 6500’ (2,000 meters) must be assessed by FIMER Technical Sales to determine any critical issues. Tilting admittance The unit can be installed with a maximum inclination as indicated in the figures below.
  • Page 56 50cm / 20” (*): recommended minimum free space to operate with the inverter *100cm / 40” Do not install any object (e.g. AC or DC cables) that could be damaged by overheating from outgoing hot air flow coming from top and side fan sections (ΔT= +15 °C compared to ambient temperature).

  • Page 57: Installation Of Multiple Units

    3. Cables bending radius. Sides (C) minimum required free space may depends from cable type (cable dimension, bending radius, etc..). This evaluation must be done by the installer during the plant design phase (refer to “Routing the cables to the inverter” paragraph for more information).

  • Page 58: Installations Above 2000 Metres

    be composed of a 2 or 3 frame supports (refer to “Bracket assembly” paragraph). In this case the minimum recommended clearance distance between the units in order to avoid the use of an air deflector is 30cm. 30 cm Wireless signal environmental checks The inverter can be commissioned and monitored using the wireless communication channel.

  • Page 59: Installations With A High Level Of Humidity

    NOTE – All installations at altitudes exceeding 2000 metres are not recommended on the basis of the criticalities indicated above. Installations with a high level of humidity ATTENTION – Never open the inverter in the case of rain, snow or a level of humidity >95%.
  • Page 60 Installations of IP65 protection covers for wiring box openings WARNING – Some wiring box parts may be subject to hazardous voltages for the operator. “Inverter total de-energization and Before performing any work on the inverter, refer to safe access” paragraph on this manual to know all the necessary step to safely operate on the inverter.

  • Page 61: Mounting Instruction

    Mounting Instruction Bracket assembly • Assembly the two side bracket parts together with the central bracket part, by sliding it as shown in the picture and paying attention to the orientation of the parts (refer to arrow and “UP” markings on the brackets): side brackets arrow have to be turned downwards, central bracket have to be turned upwards.
  • Page 62 • It is an installer’s responsibility to choose an appropriate number and distribution of attachment points. The choice must be based on the type of support (wall, frame or other support), the type of anchors to be used, and their ability to support at least 4 times the inverter’s weight (4x153Kg=612Kg for all models).

  • Page 63: Assembly The Inverter To The Bracket

    Assembly the inverter to the bracket LIFTING – Handling and installation operations shall be performed only by using the special tools and accessories provided with “PVS-175 Installation Kit” that have to be ordered separately. The use of these equipment are mandatory to safely install the inverter.
  • Page 64 • Insert the two gasket protective covers (content in the “PVS-175 Installation Kit”) and slide them till the positioning pins are inserted into the proper bracket holes. If the mounting results correct the gasket protective cover will have a locked position. ATTENTION –...
  • Page 65 • Remove the previously installed gasket protective covers by slinding it pulling from the handles. NOTE – Gasket protective covers and handles can be reused for a new installation. • Fasten all of the four side closures (latches) (16) as shown in the pictures. ATTENTION –...

  • Page 66: Opening The Wiring Box Cover

    Opening the Wiring box cover • Use the key tool (provided with the installation kit contained in the wiring box package) to open the three cover quarter cam locks (05) following the proper rotation as shown in the related silkscreens on the Wiring box cover (07).

  • Page 67: Final Fastening Operations

    Final fastening operations To reach the two junction screws (20) and complete the power module (01) and wiring box (02) mating, the DC surge arrester plate (21) have to be opened as follow: • Remove the cable duct (22) from the DC surge arrester plate (21). •...
  • Page 68 • Tighten the two hexagonal junction screws (20) with a torque of 12Nm. • Close the DC surge arrester plate (21) using the three M5 screws previously removed with a tightening torque of 3 Nm. • Install the cable duct (22) previously removed to the DC surge arrester plate (21). •...

  • Page 69: Opening The Power Module Cover

    Opening the Power module cover • Use the key tool (provided with the installation kit contained in the wiring box package) to open the three cover quarter cam locks (05) following the proper rotation as shown in the related silkscreens on the power module cover (06).

  • Page 70: Connection Of The Ac Interface Power Cables

    Connection of the AC interface power cables The AC interface power cable (31) (RST phases, PE and MID BULK) are situated into the cable housing on the top side of wiring box (02). • Install the R, S and T phases and MID BULK cable lugs (31) (coming from the wiring box) to the respective AC interface connection point (34) inside the power module, paying attention to the correspondence of the phases with the labels, using the M6 bolts (for phases) and the M5 bolt (for MID BULK) supplied in the power module installation kit.

  • Page 71: Connection Of The Interface Signal Connectors

    • Install the protective earth cable lug (31) to the protection earth connection point (36) situated on the internal bottom side of power module. Use the washers and bolt supplied in the power module installation kit: 1 = toothed washer 2 = cable lug 3 = toothed washer 4 = M5 nut...

  • Page 72: Connection Of The Dc Interface Cables

    Connection of the DC interface cables The DC interface cables (33) are situated into left side of Power module and they are divided in two group. • Wrap the DC interface cables (33) with the two cable sheaths supplied in the wiring box installation kit.
  • Page 73 • Close the power module cover (06) and open the wiring box cover (07) • • Remove the cable sheathing from the DC interface cables (33) and the DC cable duct (22) from the DC surge arrester plate (21). • Connect all DC interface cables (33) to the related DC interface faston connectors (29) located in the DC surge arrester plate (21).
  • Page 74 WARNING – Polarity inversion can cause serious damage. Check polarity before connecting each cable! WARNING – Always check correspondence of cables and board faston connectors identification!

  • Page 75: Routing The Cables To The Inverter

    Routing the cables to the inverter Cables should be routed in a manner which prevents water dripping to the AC panel cable glands (11) (12), DC input quick fit connectors (18) or to signal cable glands (13). Especially when coming from the top, the cables must be routed in a way to create a loop: in this way the water that flows on the cables will be drained.

  • Page 76: Grid Output Connection (Ac Side)

    Characteristics and sizing of the protective grounding cable FIMER inverters must be earthed via the connection points marked with the protective earth symbol and using a cable with an appropriate conductor cross-section for the maximum ground fault current that the generating system might experience.

  • Page 77: Load Protection Breaker (Ac Disconnect Switch)

    IEC 62109-2 (please refer to sections 4.8.2 and 4.8.3 of the Standard). In particular, FIMER inverters are equipped with a reading redundance for the ground leakage current sensitive to all components of both direct and alternating current. Infact the...

  • Page 78: Characteristics And Sizing Of The Line Cable

    Characteristics and sizing of the line cable Depending of the type of the AC panel installed on the inverter, it’s possible to use single conductors cables or a multipolar cable: • Single-core configuration have 3xM40 cable glands (11) for the “R”, “S”, “T” phases and a M32 cable gland (12) for the grounding cable.
  • Page 79 The ground connection can be made using the Protective earth point (int.) (28), Protective earth point (ext.) (10) or both (this is required by regulations in force in certain countries of installation). = Ground (indicated with the protective earth symbol near the protection earth connection point (int.) (28) or protection earth connection point (ext.) (10)).
  • Page 80 Depending on the ground connection method (internal (28) or external (10)) follow the procedures described below: Internal ground connection • Pass the protective earth cable through the proper cable gland (12) on the AC panel. • Fix the protective earth cable lug to the protection earth connection point (int.) (28) using the washers and bolt pre-installed on the M10 stud, as shown in the following diagram: 1 = cable lug 2 = flat washer...
  • Page 81 External ground connection • Fix the protective earth cable lug to the protection earth connection point (ext.) (10) (this is the same thread for handles (04)) using the washers and M8 bolt provided in the wiring box installation kit, as shown in the following diagram: 1 = cable lug 2 = flat washer...
  • Page 82 AC line connection • Pass the AC cables through the cable glands (11) on the AC panel. The lenght of phase cables on the internal side of wiring box need to be about 300 mm (cable lug included). • Fix the R, S and T cable lugs to the AC connection busbars (27), paying attention to the correspondence of the phases with the labels, using the washers and the M10 nuts pre-installed on the busbar as shown in the following diagram: 1 = cable lug...

  • Page 83: Operations Preliminary To The Connection Of The Pv Generator

    Operations preliminary to the connection of the PV generator WARNING – In order to safely perform the preliminary operations before the connection to the PV generator, the connection of the ground protection cable (10)/(28) to the wiring box is mandatory. Checking of leakage to ground of the photovoltaic generator Measure the voltage present between positive and negative pole of each string respect to the ground.

  • Page 84: Input Connection (Dc)

    Input connection (DC) After the preliminary checks and therefore having verified that there are no problems in the photovoltaic system, you may connect the inputs to the inverter. WARNING – Comply with the maximum input current relating to the quick-fit connectors as indicated in the technical data.

  • Page 85: Installation Procedure For Quick-Fit Connectors

    The model of connectors installed on your inverter must be matched by the same model of the respective corresponding parts to be used (check the corresponding part on the manufacturer’s website or with FIMER). WARNING – To avoid damage to the equipment, when crimping cables to the connectors, pay particular attention to polarity.
  • Page 86 • Insert the crimped terminal contact into the insulator body of the connector, until you hear the click indicating that the terminal is engaged inside the connector. Click • Firmly tighten the cable gland using the relevant tool to finish the operation. 4.0 Nm for 4mm²...

  • Page 87: String Connection

    String connection The input connectors are divided into 12 MPPTs (one MPPTs for each input channel) consisting of 2 pairs of quick fit connectors. Each DC disconnect switches (19) are related to a group of four MPPTs. • Connect all the strings required by the system, always checking the seal of the connectors. ATTENTION –...
  • Page 88 A configuration program that can help to correctly size the photovoltaic system is available on the FIMER website (www.fimer.com). NOTE – When configuring DC input and during the installation it’s needed to follow one basic rule to avoid possible output power derating: All MPPTs shall be populated connecting at least one string.

  • Page 89: Quick Fit Connector Disconnection Procedure

    Quick fit connector disconnection procedure WARNING – Risk of electric shock! Do not disconnect PV connectors while under load! Refer to “Inverter total de-energization and safe access” paragraph on this manual to know all the necessary steps to safely disconnect the connectors! In order to disconnect the PV connectors (18) it is necessary to use the disconnection tool provided with the “PVS-175 Installation Kit”.

  • Page 90: Connection Of The Communication And Control Signals

    Ethernet connector 1 (RJ45) USB connector CR2032 Coin battery (*) The RS-485 connector (RJ45) (FIMER Service only) (37) and the signal R1 on the Remote ON/OFF terminal block (38) are used to bring the signals on the external connector RS-485&Rem.ON/OFF (Service only) (56).

  • Page 91: Connections To The Communication And Control Board

    Connections to the communication and control board The communication and control signals cables must be connected to the communication and control board (26) inside the wiring box. To reach the board, on the right side of the wiring box, there are: 2x PG16 cable glands (cable range accepted 10-14mm) (13) 2x PG21 cable glands (cable range accepted 13-18mm) (13) ATTENTION –...

  • Page 92: Ethernet Connection

    Ethernet connection The Ethernet connection allows a direct data transfer to the FIMER server for monitoring purpose. When the inverter will be powered on, network parameters are automatically set and the inverter starts the transmission of telemetry data to the Aurora Vision® CLOUD platform.
  • Page 93 Internet connection is required to use all the Aurora Vision remote functionalities. NOTE – Please refer to Aurora Vision documents available on FIMER website for further information how to get an Aurora Vision account for remotely monitoring and managing the...

  • Page 94: Serial Communication Connection (Rs485 - Slave Mode)

    Serial communication connection (RS485 - Slave mode) NOTE – Please note that automatic settings of network parameters at turning on, embedded logging capability, automatic logger-free transferring of data to Aurora Vision Cloud and remote firmware update are provided over TCP/IP (Ethernet and/or Wi-fi) bus only. NOTE –...
  • Page 95 NOTE – Shield continuity must be provided along the communication line and must be grounded in a single point. TO MONITORING SYSTEM 485+ 485- SHIELD NOTE – It is the installer’s responsibility to evaluate the use of an additional overvoltage protective devices on the communication line.

  • Page 96: Rs485 Rj45 External Connector For Fimer Service Operation

    RS485 RJ45 external connector for FIMER Service operation The inverter has an second RS485 communication lines (that could be access using the external RJ45 connector (14)) working as Slave to be used by FIMER Service personnel only. This communication port is configured for communicating...

  • Page 97: Serial Communication Connection (Rs485 - Master Mode)

    (master mode). This will allow the inverter to serve as a logger for FIMER accessories. NOTE – For more information on connecting the accessories to the RS485 terminal block, refer to the accessory product manual or contact FIMER customer support.

  • Page 98: Multifunction Relay Connection (Alarm And Aux)

    Multifunction Relay connection (ALARM and AUX) The inverter is equipped with 2 multifunction relays terminal blocks (41) with configurable activation. It can be connected with normally open contact (being connected between the NO terminal and the common contact C) and ALARM with normally closed contact (being connected between the NC terminal and the common contact C).

  • Page 99: General Conditions

    The first rule to prevent damage to the equipment and to the operator is to have a thorough knowledge of the instruments. We, therefore, advise that you carefully read this manual. If you are not sure about any information in this manual, please ask FIMER Service for more detailed information. FORBIDDEN –...

  • Page 100: Description Of The Led Panel

    • Plant Viewer: single web page for casual user. • Plant Viewer for Mobile: mobile application for plant monitoring. • FIMER Ability™ for solar plants - Energy Viewer: mobile application for plant monitoring. • Kiosk view: single HTML5 page for public visualization of plant data.

  • Page 101: Measurement Tolerance

    Measurement tolerance The data supplied by the inverter may differ from measurements taken by certified measuring instruments (e.g. output meters, multimeters and grid analysers); since the inverter is not a measuring instrument it has wider tolerances for the measurements it makes. The tolerances are generally: •...

  • Page 102: Operation

    Operation General conditions Before carry out any operation on the equipment, it is necessary to have a thorough knowledge of the “Instruments” chapter and the functions that might have been enabled in the installation process. The equipment operates automatically without the aid of an operator; the operating state should be controlled through the equipment’s instrumentation.

  • Page 103: Commissioning

    Recommended as alternative method for performing single inverter commissioning. Commissioning via Installer for Solar Inverters mobile APP “Installer for Solar Inverters” is the new advanced FIMER mobile APP that allows to simplify commissioning, setting parameters and to make troubleshooting of FIMER string multi-inverters in large scale solar plants.
  • Page 104 Commissioning procedure: It’s highly recommended to connect the inverters in ethernet daisy chain (with or without ring) before executing the commissioning procedure. Make sure that all the inverter being commissioned features the last firmware version (the update can be executed via Installer for Solar Inverters mobile APP). The main steps to complete the commissioning procedures are listed below: •...
  • Page 105 NOTE – The steps below are valid for executing any other available funtionalities of the Installer for Solar Inverters mobile APP. • Select the WiFi network. • Tap on “Enter Product Key”.
  • Page 106 • Enter the “Product Key” and tap “Enter” to confirm. NOTE – Both QR code and Product key are provided on the Communication identification label applied onto each inverter or applied on the plant documentation (if this has been done during installation).
  • Page 107 • Tap the “Commissioning” button. • Enter the IP Settings (DHCP or Static), Network SSID and password. Tap on “Connect” button to connect the inverter to the local wireless network. NOTE – If the inverter should not be connected to a Local wireless network tap on “Skip this step”...
  • Page 108 • Select the country standard and the configuration of the input channels and confirm the setting by clicking “DONE”. • The image shows the successful commissioning.
  • Page 109 “Web User Interface menu structure” paragraph. • After the commissioning via the FIMER Installer for Solar Inverters APP is completed, the inverter changes the behaviour of the “Power” and “Alarm” LEDs (08) , in relation of the input voltage value:...

  • Page 110: Commissioning Via Web User Interface - Wireless Connection

    NOTE – It’s required to digit also the dash “-” characters of the Product Key in the password field. NOTE – In case of need, product key can be recovered by Aurora Vision Cloud or by calling FIMER technical support.
  • Page 111 • Open an internet browser (recommended browser: Chrome versions from v.55, Firefox versions from v.50) and enter the pre-set IP address 192.168.117.1 to access the Web User Interface. Web User interface has easy wizard procedure to commission the inverter. NOTE – The language of the wizard could be changed by clicking on the upper status bar STEP 1 - Administrator/User login credentials •...
  • Page 112 Web User Interface from the router, the Domain Name System (DNS) service shall be available and activated. NOTE – The Host Name associated to each FIMER inverter is structured as indicated below: FIMER-logger ID.LOCAL where logger ID stands for the MAC address indicated on the “Communication identification...
  • Page 113 The parameters related to the customer wireless network (setted on the router) that must be known and to be entered during this step are: • IP Settings (DHCP or Static): If you select the DHCP function (default setup) the router will automatically assign a dynamic IP address to the inverter whenever it tries to connect to the user network.
  • Page 114 Once the inverter is connected to the wireless network, a new message will confirm that the connection is acquired. The message provides the IP Address assigned by the wireless network router to the inverter which can be used each time you want to access the Web User Interface. Take note of it.
  • Page 115 STEP 4 - Inverter country standard and Input configuration • Country standard (selection of grid standard): Set the grid standard of the country in which the inverter is installed. • Input mode: Only Independent configuration are available. • Confirm the settings by clicking “END”; the inverter will reboot.

  • Page 116: Leds Behaviour

    (“SERVICE TOOLS menu”), via Installer for Solar Inverters APP or in the download area of the website www. fimer.com https://registration.solar.fimer.com ““Registration website” or at (refer to and “Admin Plus token””...
  • Page 117 The buffer battery is low and the inverter does not maintain the time setting. Pre-commissioning phase (first start-up of inverter) The commissioning of the inverter must be completed through the Installation wizard steps (Web User Interface) or using the FIMER Installer for Solar Inverters mobile APP. Initial configuration failure...

  • Page 118: Connection To Web User Interface

    LED status Operating state Blue: Wireless not configured or/and ethernet cable not connected. Blue: Scanning for available wireless networks. Blue: Trying to connect to a wireless network. Wireless or ethernet network is connected to the inverter and IP address is Blue: obtained.
  • Page 119 NOTE – In case of need, product key can be recovered by Aurora Vision Cloud or by calling FIMER technical support. • Open an internet browser (reccomended browser: Chrome versions from v.55, Firefox versions from v.50) and enter the pre-set IP address 192.168.117.1...

  • Page 120: Web Ui - Login Page

    Web UI - Login page • After you have connected the device to the inverter and you access to the login page, login with the username and password created during the commissioning phase. NOTE – User and password are CASE SENSITIVE. NOTE –...

  • Page 121: Web User Interface Menu Structure

    Web User Interface menu structure NOTE – The following screenshots are related to a laptop visualization and may differ from smartphone or tablet visualization. The Web User Interface is divided in sections, available on the left sidebar: MAIN: Main section of Web User Interface dedicated to viewing the summary information related the status and the production information of the inverter and photovoltaic plant.

  • Page 122: Main Menu

    MAIN menu In the MAIN section it’s possible to access the following sub-menus: DASHBOARD STATUS SUMMARY DASHBOARD In the Dashboard sub-menu you can view the main information related the status the production data and alarm/warning active events of the inverter and photovoltaic plant. STATUS SUMMARY In the Status Summary sub-menu you can view the detailed information related the status and the production data of the system.
  • Page 123 Change the activation voltage only if really necessary and to set it to the correct value: the photovoltaic generator sizing tool available on the FIMER website will indicate whether Vstart needs to be changed and what value have to be set.
  • Page 124 INVERTER PARAMETERS > Frequency Control: P(f) (Only visible and editable with Admin Plus privileges) In the Frequency Control: P(f) sub-menu you can config settings related to the active power derating as function of grid frequency. NOTE – Do not change these parameters if not requested by the grid operator. INVERTER PARAMETERS >...
  • Page 125 • Alarm ALL - no-latch The relay is activated (status: switched) whenever an error (code INVERTER RUN Exxx) or warnings related to grid parameters out of range (Warning N.C. – codes W003, W004, W005, W006, W007) are present on the Relay State: Idle N.O.
  • Page 126 Vin > Vstart N.C. Relay State: Switched N.O. • Crepuscular The relay is activated (status: switched) as soon as the inverter Vin < Vstart input voltage exceeds the activation voltage set. The relay is in its rest position when the input voltage drops below N.C.

  • Page 127: Inverter Log Menu

    • Access the “Reset Manufacturing” sub-menu on SERVICE TOOLS section. To access on the Web User Interface with the “Admin Plus” user privileges it’s www.fimer.com required to enter a security token that can be obtained by registering on the website ““Registration website”...

  • Page 128: Connectivity Menu

    CONNECTIVITY menu In the CONNECTIVITY section it’s possible to access the following sub-menus: WLAN RS485 DEBUG SETTINGS MODBUS In the LAN sub-menu it’s possible to view the status and change the daisy chain configuration of the two ethernet ports (44) (45) of the inverter. •...
  • Page 129 In case of connection to channel 2 (“Station Mode”), it will be required to enter the wireless network parameters (set on the router) and follow the subsequent procedure: • IP Selection Mode: DHCP or Static: By selecting the DHCP function (default setup) the router will automatically assign a dynamic IP address to the inverter whenever it tries to connect to the user network.
  • Page 130 (MASTER operating mode). NOTE – Please refer to official SunSpec Alliance documentation at www.sunspec.org, for details on SunSpec communication protocol. DEBUG SETTINGS In the Debug Settings sub-menu it’s possible to enable or disable the Debugging access for FIMER Service purposes.
  • Page 131 Select device type in the “Add device” field. It’s possible to choose between “Generic SunSpec Device” and “FIMER B23/24 Power Meter”, then click the [+] button to add the new device. Change the SLAVE ID / “NAME” if necessary and save...

  • Page 132: Service Tools Menu

    • Remote firmware Update: In remote mode, the firmware will update automatically, searching the last available firmware on FIMER servers, by clicking the “CHECK” button. 1. At the end of the verification process the available release will be notified on the bottom part of the section.
  • Page 133 CONNECTIVITY CHECK In the Connectivity Check sub-menu it’s possible to carry out connectivity tests of the wireless network connection, ethernet connection, connection to Aurora Vision and firmware upgrade servers. At the end of the test it will be reported the detail of the results. COUNTRY STANDARD By accessing to the Country Standard sub-menu you can modify the grid standard within 24 hours while the...

  • Page 134: Information Menu

    DATE AND TIME In the Date and Time sub-menu it’s possible to sets the date, time and time zone. The inverter will propose these fields when the time protocol is available. When it’s not possible for the inverter to detect the time protocol, these fields have to be manually entered.

  • Page 135: Maintenance

    Maintenance General conditions Routine and periodic maintenance operations must only be only carried out by specialized staff with knowledge of how to perform these tasks. WARNING – Some inverter parts may be subject to hazardous voltages for the operator. Before performing any work on the inverter, refer to “Inverter total de-energization and safe access”...

  • Page 136: Inverter Total De-Energization And Safe Access

    Inverter total de-energization and safe access The purpose of this paragraph is to provide instructions for de-energize the PVS-175-TL inverters in order to allow access to active parts inside the inverter. The procedure describes the steps to perform a total isolation and thus includes operations on devices that are located outside the inverter. The total isolation approach consider the disconnection of the inverter from any possible voltage source to which the inverter may be connected.

  • Page 137: Inverter Total De-Energization And Safe Access Procedure

    Inverter total de-energization and safe access procedure...
  • Page 138 WARNING – Some inverter parts may be subject to hazardous voltages for the operator. Before performing any work on the inverter, follow this procedure for safely isolate the inverter. WARNING – Important note: It is important to remark the presence of auxiliary power supply connected to the AC grid.
  • Page 139 Function Remote OFF 1, 2, 4, 6, 8 Not used RS485 for FIMER 3, 5 Service operation • Connect the modified RJ45 cable to the external RJ45 connector (14) to perform a soft shut-down of the inverter. The connection of the cable will causes the interruption of the operation of the inverter, i.e.
  • Page 140 4. Check the absence of dangerous voltages on inverter enclosure respect ground • Check the absence of dangerous voltage on the inverter chassis. The measurement point are between inverter chassis not-painted part (both power module (01) and wiring box (02) - samples point circled in red) and the Protective earth point (ext.) (10) outside the inverter.
  • Page 141 • Open the external AC disconnect switch or the main external AC disconnect switch (blue in previous picture) outside the inverter (IEC 60364-7-712.536.2.2). In case none of the LV AC switches are present, the MV switch must be opened. • Affix designated lock preventing operation onto any external AC disconnect device, affixing designated tags (LOTO procedure).
  • Page 142 6. Operations on External DC switches (if present) NOTE – In case of absence of External DC disconnect device skip this step. The diagram below represents a possible arrangement of the PV plant. Depending on the design choices made by the developer of the plant some of the devices could not be present. Identify the external DC switch(es) in the plant with the support of the plant manager.
  • Page 143 Operations on internal AC disconnect Switch (09) (only -S2, -SX2 models) NOTE – This operation can be done only in case of wiring box -S2, -SX2 models. The wiring box -S, -SX models doesn’t include the AC switch (09). • Open the main AC disconnect switch (09) (shown in blue in the picture below). INVERTER UNIT (Unit under service) PWRMOD...
  • Page 144 8. Operations on Internal DC disconnect switches (19) • Open all the internal DC switches (19) (1, 2 and 3, blue in the below picture). INVERTER UNIT (Unit under service) PWRMOD OPEN LOTO LV/MW Transformer Internal DC Internal AC WBOX Switches Switch OPEN...
  • Page 145 The below picture represents the expected status of the switches in the plant after the switching operations has been completed. INVERTER UNIT (Unit under service) PWRMOD OPEN LOTO LV/MW Transformer Internal DC Internal AC WBOX Switches Switch OPEN OPEN+LOTO OPEN+LOTO LOTO External DC External LV...
  • Page 146 10. Discharge of the capacitor Wait the internal capacitors to be discharged. WARNING – The discharge time of the stored energy is indicated on the regulatory label. 11. Voltage absence test on DC side (wiring box) WARNING – Before to approach the below operations all the steps from 1 to 9 included must be successfully completed.
  • Page 147 • For each input channel the measurement must be performed between: positive to ground, negative to ground, positive to negative. Check sequence: Check sequence: Check sequence: Positive to ground (PE) Negative to ground (PE) Positive to negative First point Second point First point Second point First point...
  • Page 148 are designated as visually inspection holes, to make sure the electrodes of the voltage detector are touching the main AC screws on the AC connection busbar (22). Check First Second sequence point point Check #1 R (L1) Check #2 S (L2) Check #3 T (L3) Check #4...
  • Page 149 14. Voltage absence test on bulk capacitors (Power Module) WARNING – Before to approach the below operations all the steps from 1 to 12 included must be successfully completed. • Access to the power module box (01) by opening the power module front cover (06). •...
  • Page 150 15. Voltage absence test on mid bulk point (Power Module) • Check the absence of voltage on the mid bulk using the voltage detector. The voltage absence test on mid bulk must be carried out inside the power module between the measure points shown below. Check sequence First point Second point...
  • Page 151 16. Check list to be filled prior the access to the inverter • The purpose of checklist is to verify that all the operations mentioned in the procedure have been carried out. The checklist below must be attached to the intervention report. Check STATUS (√...

  • Page 152: Routine Maintenance

    ATTENTION – Maintenance operations shall be performed only by qualified personnel or FIMER personnel (under a servicing contract). The maintenance schedule may vary depending on the environmental conditions of the installation. Routine maintenance Annual visual •...

  • Page 153: Replacing Of Fan Sections

    Replacing of fan sections WARNING – The following operation must be carried out wearing the appropriate insulating composite gloves class 0 EN60903 (1000Vac-1500Vdc) resistant to electric arc class 2 (7kA) EN61482-1-2 in combination with protective overglove in leather EN420 – EN388. NOTE –...

  • Page 154: Replacing Of The Top Fan Section

    Replacing of the top fan section Procedure for replacing the top fan sections: • Open the DC disconnect switches (19). • Open any AC disconnect switch downstream of the inverter or the AC disconnect switch (09) (only on -S2, -SX2 model). WARNING –...

  • Page 155: Replacing The Internal Fan Section

    Replacing the internal fan section WARNING – Some inverter parts may be subject to hazardous voltages for the operator. Before performing any work on the inverter, refer to “Inverter total de-energization and safe access” paragraph on this manual to know all the necessary step to safely operate on the inverter.

  • Page 156: Replacing The Dc Surge Arrester Cartridge

    Replacing the DC surge arrester cartridge WARNING – Some inverter parts may be subject to hazardous voltages for the operator. Before performing any work on the inverter, refer to “Inverter total de-energization and safe access” paragraph on this manual to know all the necessary step to safely operate on the inverter.

  • Page 157: Replacing The Ac Surge Arrester Cartridge

    Replacing the AC surge arrester cartridge WARNING – Some inverter parts may be subject to hazardous voltages for the operator. Before performing any work on the inverter, refer to “Inverter total de-energization and safe access” paragraph on this manual to know all the necessary step to safely operate on the inverter.

  • Page 158: Replacement Of The Memory Board

    Replacement of the MEMORY board WARNING – Some inverter parts may be subject to hazardous voltages for the operator. Before performing any work on the inverter, refer to “Inverter total de-energization and safe access” paragraph on this manual to know all the necessary step to safely operate on the inverter.

  • Page 159: Replacement Of The Comm Rs485 Board

    Replacement of the COMM RS485 board WARNING – Some inverter parts may be subject to hazardous voltages for the operator. Before performing any work on the inverter, refer to “Inverter total de-energization and safe access” paragraph on this manual to know all the necessary step to safely operate on the inverter.

  • Page 160: Replacement Of The Buffer Battery

    Replacement of the buffer battery WARNING – Some inverter parts may be subject to hazardous voltages for the operator. Before performing any work on the inverter, refer to “Inverter total de-energization and safe access” paragraph on this manual to know all the necessary step to safely operate on the inverter.

  • Page 161: Procedure For Dismantling The Equipment

    Procedure for dismantling the equipment WARNING – The dismantling operations must be carried out with the equipment disconnected from any voltage sources. Refer to “Inverter total de-energization and safe access” paragraph on this manual to know all the necessary step to safely operate on the inverter.
  • Page 162 • Slide the gasket protective covers between power module (01) and wiring box (02) enclosures. • Remove the power module (01) following the indications for the mounting procedure in the “Assembly the inverter to the bracket” paragraph in the reverse order and the indication for lifting methods “Lifting”...

  • Page 163: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting ATTENTION – Operations on the inverter to identify and address any faults may only be performed by the installer or by qualified personnel. Web User Interface and wireless communication troubleshooting The following table gives a list of main and most common errors or problems relating to the wireless communication between inverter and user devices.
  • Page 164 Problem Possible causes Solution The wireless board does Request a service intervention to check that The wireless board of the not communicate the inverter wireless board is working inverter could be damaged. correctly with the correctly. inverter inside of which it is installed (inconsistency in the detected data read by...
  • Page 165 Problem Possible causes Solution Access the Web User Interface using via “AP “Access to the Web User Mode” (refer to Interface” paragraph to know how to connect via “AP Mode”) and read the current IP Address in “CONNECTIVITY > WLAN” section (“CONNECTIVITY menu”).

  • Page 166: Alarm Messages Of The Inverter

    Alarm Messages of the Inverter In order to understand and resolve warning (Wxxx) or error (Exxx) signals that appear in the “INVERTER LOG menu” “MAIN menu” sections of the Web User Interface follow the table given in the following paragraph. The equipment can notify errors/warnings in the Event or Dashboard sections of the Web User Interface only if the input voltage is greater than the Vdcmin voltage (POWER Led flashing or lit;...
  • Page 167 - Error code - Error message Name of Alarm and Cause Solution - LED status • Check the grid voltage on the inverter. - Should it be absent, check for absence of grid voltage on the supply point. - If, on the other hand, the voltage tends to rise (when the inverter is connected) there is high line or Parameters of grid voltage outside range: grid impedance.
  • Page 168 - Error code - Error message Name of Alarm and Cause Solution - LED status • Check that the date/time are set correctly and, if they are not, set them. Subsequently arrange to completely switch off the inverter (on both AC and DC) and wait a few - W012 Battery Low: minutes.
  • Page 169 - Error code - Error message Name of Alarm and Cause Solution - LED status - W025 Deactivation of reduction in power: - P-reduction Indicates that the inverter has come out of one of the This type of warning does not need any check power limitation states.
  • Page 170 - Error code - Error message Name of Alarm and Cause Solution - LED status • The alarm may be triggered by causes external to the inverter: - An excessive input voltage can be recorded as a condition for bulk over voltage. In this case it is advisable to check the inverter's input voltage and should this value be close to the input OV threshold, “Bulk”...
  • Page 171 - Error code - Error message Name of Alarm and Cause Solution - LED status • Error inside the inverter and cannot be checked - E015 Breakdown recorded on the “Bulk” capacitor: externally. - Cap. Fault Error inside the inverter regarding a problem in the bulk - If the problem persists (once the inverter has been capacitors.
  • Page 172 - Error code - Error message Name of Alarm and Cause Solution - LED status Feeding of direct current to grid outside of range: Once the error appears, the inverter attempts to The error is generated if the direct component of the resume normal operation.
  • Page 173 - Error code - Error message Name of Alarm and Cause Solution - LED status • Error inside the inverter and cannot be checked Imbalanced output currents: - E032 externally. Measurement of the unbalance in the output voltage - Internal error - If the problem persists (once the inverter has been (made across the three phases) outside of range (only in switched off and back on again), contact customer...
  • Page 174 - Error code - Error message Name of Alarm and Cause Solution - LED status • Error inside the inverter and cannot be checked - E054 Arc Fault board communication error: externally. - AFDD comm. Error on the RS485 serial communication detected - If the problem persists (once the inverter has been Fault between the inverter and the AFDD board.

  • Page 175: Power Limitation Messages

    Power limitation messages The equipment can signal possible output power limitations which may occur on the basis of: • settings made by the user • settings required by the grid standard of the country of installation • protective devices inside the inverter The limitation messages can only be verified on the Web User Interface on “Status Summary”...

  • Page 176: Registration Website" And "Admin Plus Token

    The production week consists of 4 figures, indicating the week (first 2 digits) and the year of production (last 2 digits). Stage 2 - Registration on https://registration.solar.fimer.com • Go online and access https://registration.solar.fimer.com • Set the desired language and click on the specific icon to start registration.
  • Page 177 Stage 3 - Request for the security token • Go online and access https://registration.solar.fimer.com • Insert Username (corresponding to the email used during registration) and the Password obtained at the end of Stage 2. • Access section dedicated to requesting the security token.
  • Page 178 • Click on icon to request the security token. If there is an error in entering data, the fields containing the error will be highlighted in red. If, on the other hand, the data are correct, the passwords will be shown in a new window and at the same time sent to the email address...

  • Page 179: Verification Of Ground Leakage

    Verification of ground leakage In the presence of anomalies or report of ground fault (where provided), there may be a ground leakage from the PV generator (DC side). To check this, measure the voltage between the positive pole and ground and between the negative pole (of the PV generator) and ground using a voltmeter whose input accepts a voltage sufficient for the dimensions of the photovoltaic generator.

  • Page 180: Behaviour Of A System With Leakage

    Behaviour of a system with leakage If the voltage measured between one of the two poles and ground does not tend to 0V and stabilizes on a value, there is a ground leakage from the PV generator. Example: When the measurement is made between positive pole and ground, a voltage of 200V is measured.

  • Page 181: Measuring The Isolation Resistance Of The Pv Generator

    Measuring the isolation resistance of the PV generator WARNING – The operator must always use the personal protective equipment (PPE) required by the laws of the country of destination and whatever is provided by their employer. To measure the isolation resistance of the PV generator compared to ground , the two poles of the PV generator must be short-circuited (using a suitable sized switch).

  • Page 182: Storage And Dismantling

    Dismantling, decommissioning and disposal FIMER is not responsible for disposal of the equipment, or part of it, which does not take place on the basis of the regulations and laws in force in the country of installation.

  • Page 183: Port And Network Services Used By The Inverter

    (if present) must allow responses to the inverter over existing TCP connections. Direction Service/Port Protocol Description For local debugging by FIMER service personnel, the inverter utilizes encrypted SSH. ssh/22 To allow service personnel local access to the inverter.

  • Page 184: Network Hosts

    Network Hosts The inverter will connect to the following hosts. Some servers owned by FIMER, and others are customer or ISP servers. Servers listed as owned by “Customer IT/ISP” must be configured in the inverter using either DHCP or as static network information.
  • Page 185 With regard to purchase orders, the agreed Any reproduction, disclosure to third parties or representative or visit: particulars shall prevail. FIMER does not accept utilization of its contents – in whole or in parts – is any responsibility whatsoever for potential errors or forbidden without prior written consent of FIMER.

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